gabrieL Music (Composer and Orchestrator)

Gabe Smale completed his bachelor or jazz composition at the James Morrison Academy in 2017. He has been mentored for several years by the renowned musician, composer/arranger and teacher, Graeme Lyall. He has also been taught to varying extents by Ross Irwin (The Cat Empire), Grant Windsor, Andrew Murray and James Morrison. He has experience writing for a range of ensembles such as jazz orchestras and even funk/soul bands. He is deeply inspired by the work of Gil Evans, Bob Brookmeyer and Bob Mintzer. He is perfect for writing music for short films as he loves writing in a minimalistic, sensitive way that connects with conflict and resolution.